1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (138 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1500 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
